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Sheepfold Barn

Sheepfold Barn

4.8
out of 5
Ratings from 13 reviews
100% of guests
recommend
Cleanliness
4.8
Comfort
4.9
Condition
4.7
Location
4.9
Value
4.8
Customer
Service
4.9

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Converted recently to an exacting standard, this stunning bespoke barn conversion is situated in a stand alone position and enjoys outstanding uninterrupted countryside views, with a hot tub included!

A beautiful home in an outstanding location

Review submitted on Wed, 29 Apr 2026
5.0
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer
Service
5.0
Sheepfold Barn, as the name suggests, is a well presented barn conversion with lots of light and is fully equipped for an enjoyable stay. The location is fantastic with great dog walks on the doorstep. Being lambing season we were entertained by the frolicking lambs as we relaxed in the jacuzzi. Our dogs were very well behaved, initially curious but the long walks made them too tired to care. There is lots of parking available at the house which is accessible from a long bumpy drive, just take care and it won’t be a problem. The beds are really comfortable as are the sofas. We celebrated with family for a special 60th birthday and couldn’t have picked a better place. The weather was excellent so we were able to make full use of the stunning countryside. As others have commented there was an issue with the heating/water heat pump but each room had electric heaters. With the weather being good we did not need to use them during our stay. We did have an issue with hot water & not all guests were able to have a shower on the first morning. Being frugal on the following days meant we could last a tank. I would have appreciated transparency with the heat source pump before arrival. These things happen & it would not have put us off staying but being aware could have avoided the disappointment on the first morning. Overall we had a fantastic time & I would highly recommend this property and Keswick Cottages for booking. Their online booking system is easy & efficient and they are very responsive to queries. We look forward to our next visit!

Naomi from Bathgate stayed at Sheepfold Barn for 7 nights in April 2026


Keswick Cottages replied 53 days ago
**Please note that the heating system has been replaced and upgraded since this review.** Hi, Naomi! Thank you so much for such a detailed and thoughtful review. We’re absolutely delighted to hear you had a fantastic stay at Sheepfold Barn and that it was the perfect setting to celebrate a special 60th birthday with family. It’s lovely to know you enjoyed the light-filled barn conversion, comfortable beds and sofas, and made the most of the wonderful location with dog walks right on the doorstep. Relaxing in the jacuzzi while watching frolicking lambs during lambing season certainly sounds like a very special experience. Thank you as well for your helpful and balanced comments regarding the access drive and parking, and for highlighting the importance of taking care along the track — it’s great to hear you found it manageable. We also really appreciate your honest feedback about the heating and hot water system. While we’re pleased the electric heaters meant you were comfortable during the good weather, we understand how disappointing it must have been to experience limited hot water on the first morning. Your comments about transparency are noted and very helpful, and we’re grateful you shared them so constructively. We’re delighted that, overall, Sheepfold Barn and the surrounding countryside lived up to expectations and that you’d highly recommend both the property and Keswick Cottages. It’s lovely to hear our booking system and responsiveness worked well for you too. We very much look forward to welcoming you back for your next visit to the Lakes. Best wishes, Keswick Cottages

The perfect weekend with friends

Review submitted on Wed, 04 Mar 2026
5.0
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer
Service
5.0
Sheepfold Barn was the perfect location for my weekend with friends! It's rural location gave us the peace we all wanted and privacy to use the hot tub without concerns about people looking. It is located at the end of farm track but despite the recent wet weather it wasn't too muddy and was easy to navigate. It's interiors are to die for and the house is well stocked with everything you could need, we all came away wishing we could live there full time! Only issue was the heating wasn't working while we were there, which took us a bit of time to work out as the house was cosy when we came in but quickly cooled. There were multiple electric and oil heaters provided, it just would have been good to know that in advance so we didn't need to figure it out for ourselves. We also had a slight issue with hot water (it is an immersion system rather than a combi boiler system that the wording of the handbook suggests, so we had simply used all the hot water) but they were easy to contact and sent someone to look at it within the hour. I would recommend Sheepfold Barn to others and I suspect I may be back myself!

Lucinda from Bo'ness stayed at Sheepfold Barn for 3 nights in February 2026


Keswick Cottages replied 106 days ago
**Please note that the heating system has been replaced and upgraded since this review.** Hi, Lucinda! Thank you so much for such a warm, detailed and thoughtful review — you were an absolute pleasure from start to finish, and it’s lovely to hear how much you and your friends enjoyed your weekend at Sheepfold Barn. That peaceful rural setting is really special, and we’re delighted it gave you the privacy and tranquility you were looking for (with no one peering in on the hot tub!). We’re also glad the track wasn’t too muddy despite the recent weather — always a small win in the Lakes. Hearing that you fell in love with the interiors and felt the barn was stocked with everything you needed honestly made us smile. It’s the kind of place that’s hard not to wish you could move into permanently, so we completely understand the feeling. Thank you as well for your feedback about the hot water. wording We apologise for the confusion, and will look into the wording for future guests. We did leave a note explaining the temporary setup, but we appreciate that this was missed. We’re also thankful you were patient with the hot water system, and we’re glad we could get someone out to you so quickly. It means a lot that, even with those hiccups, you’d still recommend Sheepfold Barn and might return yourself. We’d absolutely love to welcome you back — hopefully with nothing to troubleshoot next time. We're working hard to have the underfloor heating fixed as soon as possible! Best wishes, Keswick Cottages

Beautiful house stunning surroundings

Review submitted on Tue, 24 Feb 2026
3.8
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
3.0
Comfort
4.0
Condition
3.0
Location
5.0
Value
4.0
Customer
Service
4.0
We recently stayed at this property and overall had mixed feelings about our experience.
Firstly, the location is absolutely beautiful, and the property itself is gorgeous. It’s set in a stunning area and really feels special when you arrive. The quality of the bed sheets and towels was excellent — everything felt fresh, soft, and luxurious, which we really appreciated.
However, there were several issues that significantly impacted our stay. We were not informed prior to arrival that the heating was broken. Although plug-in heaters were provided, this was far from ideal — especially as we were travelling with our three-year-old child. It didn’t feel safe to leave portable heaters on overnight in their room, which meant the house was uncomfortably cold at times. To make matters worse, we had paid extra for early access to the property, yet when we arrived there was a heating engineer still there working. This was frustrating and not what we expected when paying for early check-in.
Cleanliness was also a major letdown. While it was clear that the bedding and towels had been changed, the rest of the house had not been cleaned to the same standard. The floors were very dirty, the kitchen counters were unclean, and the oven was also dirty. I ended up having to clean the floors and kitchen surfaces myself, which is not something you expect when staying in a property like this.
It’s such a shame because the house itself and the location are truly lovely. Unfortunately, the lack of communication about the heating and the poor standard of cleanliness really let the property down. With better maintenance, transparency, and a thorough clean, this could be an exceptional place to stay.

Guest from Congleton stayed at Sheepfold Barn for 2 nights in February 2026


Keswick Cottages replied 3 days ago
**Please note that the heating system has been replaced and upgraded since this review.** Hi there, Thank you for your feedback. We’re pleased to hear you enjoyed the beautiful location and the property itself, and that the quality of the bedding and towels stood out during your stay. We fully appreciate that the heating issue impacted your experience. This was an unforeseen fault, and while temporary heaters were provided to ensure guests still had access to warmth, we understand this was not ideal — particularly when travelling with a young child. The system has now been fully replaced and upgraded, so this is no longer an issue for future stays. Regarding your early arrival, access was still provided as arranged, although we appreciate this coincided with the engineer completing works. This was part of efforts to resolve the heating issue as quickly as possible. We were, however, very disappointed to read your comments regarding cleanliness. This is not the standard we expect from our housekeeping team, and we have raised this internally to ensure it is addressed thoroughly. Had this been reported during your stay, we would have arranged for this to be rectified immediately. It’s clear from your review that the property itself was well received, and we agree that with everything running as it should, it offers a fantastic place to stay. Best wishes, Keswick Cottages

Sheepfold

Review submitted on Thu, 04 Dec 2025
4.2
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
4.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
3.0
Location
4.0
Value
4.0
Customer
Service
5.0
The house is beautiful & everyone walked away wanting all of the features in the kitchen!

8 of us stayed, beds were really comfortable, heating was comfortable, hot tub & scenery amazing. Little pub nearby for Sunday lunch was lovely.

Small niggles - the table doesn’t comfortably fit 8 people on (which is such a shame as meals with those views were amazing!) and everyone can’t really watch the TV together in the living room as the tv is behind one of the sofas & comfortably only fits 6-7 people (so we didn’t spend much time in the living room). Could do with a little bit of maintenance as a few things were looking tired/used & high ceilings need the cobwebs cleaning! Oh and hangers outside hot tub for dressing gowns/towels!

Overall we had a lovely time, it was remote & peaceful which is what we wanted.

Guest from Newcastle Upon Tyne stayed at Sheepfold Barn for 3 nights in November 2025


Keswick Cottages replied 200 days ago
Hi, Gemma! It sounds like you've had a great time at Sheepfold Barn. We're super jealous of the kitchen too! There is everything you could need and more: butler's sink, fridge-freezer, wine cooler, range cooker, and dishwasher. Complimentary WiFi is provided. There is underfloor heating throughout for extra comfort. Motherby sits ideally between the neighbouring towns of Keswick and Penrith. Private, without the business of central Keswick, but with the practicality of non-tourist-filled Penrith nearby, Motherby is the perfect location for a Lake District escape. We welcome all feedback, positive or constructive, and we'll ensure that your comments are brought to the attention of the housekeeping team and the property owner. Thank you for bringing this to our attention, we appreciate it! Best wishes, Keswick Cottages

Lovely ,uninterrupted break in a beautiful setting

Review submitted on Wed, 26 Nov 2025
5.0
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer
Service
5.0
We are just recently back from a long weekend at the Sheepfold Barn and would return in a heartbeat. Place is spacious, with ample of daylight, peaceful ,modern and in such a quiet location, that you will struggle to match it if that is what you are looking for. House has everything you need , for washing things (plates or clothes), cooking to hot tub to enjoy the lovely frosty mornings ( in our case) .Looots of parking space. There was only 6 of us ,but I believe the house sleeps 8 max and even then there would be plenty of space for everyone.Comfy beds. Staff were also super helpful prior to our arrival with some of the questions we had. 10 out of 10 .

Arturs from Aberdeen stayed at Sheepfold Barn for 3 nights in November 2025


Keswick Cottages replied 207 days ago
Hello, Arturs! We're so glad you enjoyed your stay. It sounds like you've had a lovely time at Sheepfold Barn. The location is amazing; it's great to be away from all the business of the surrounding towns, and the views are incredible. Our team are very friendly, and always happy to make your stay special. We hope you enjoyed the complimentary welcome pack! We can't wait to see you all again next time. Sheepfold is even lovelier in the summertime, and so is the hot tub! Best wishes, Keswick Cottages

Beautiful house & perfect location

Review submitted on Sun, 01 Jun 2025
4.8
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
4.0
Customer
Service
5.0
Absolutely beautiful location, so tastefully decorated & well stocked kitchen. Ideal spot for visiting the Lakes.

Lucia from Keswick stayed at Sheepfold Barn for 7 nights in May 2025


Keswick Cottages replied more than 1 year ago
Thank you so much for your review! We are delighted you found the décor tasteful and that the kitchen was well stocked. We are so glad you enjoyed the location, it really does take your breath away! We hope you had a wonderful time exploring the Lakes and we hope to welcome you again! Best Wishes, Keswick Cottages

Ideal base to enjoy the Northern Lakes

Review submitted on Sun, 25 May 2025
5.0
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer
Service
5.0
We loved everything about our stay at Sheepfold Barn. Lovely accommodation, worked well for three couples. Beautiful setting, private and secluded but didn’t feel isolated. So nice to have a little walk from the doorstep for early morning and evening strolls watching the hares and lambs and birds, and enjoying the far reaching views. Good location for exploring the Northern lakes, no long drives needed and every journey full of delightful scenery. Would love to return for another stay.

Philippa from Redhill stayed at Sheepfold Barn for 7 nights in May 2025


Keswick Cottages replied more than 1 year ago
Thank you for your fabulous 5* review of Sheepfold, we are so happy to hear you all had a wonderful stay at the barn! It is a fantastic property for families and groups of friends who wish for a property in a beautiful countryside setting but with easy access to all the Lakes has to offer. We hope to welcome you all back in the future! Best Wishes, Keswick Cottages

Perfect!

Review submitted on Mon, 30 Dec 2024
5.0
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer
Service
5.0
We had an absolutely amazing stay at Sheepfold Barn over Christmas. It is such a nice property with a lovely interior. It had everything we needed and communication from Keswick Cottages was clear. The barn is just a 10-15 minute drive from Keswick with lots of great walks even closer. There's a lane running up to and past the house for a morning dog walk.

Lucy from Shipley stayed at Sheepfold Barn for 7 nights in December 2024


Keswick Cottages replied more than 1 year ago
Thank you for your amazing 5* review, we are delighted that you enjoyed Christmas at Sheepfold Barn. The property is the perfect base for exploring Keswick and Penrith and all the wonderful walks in between. We're glad that you had everything that you needed for your stay and hope that you will visit again in the future! Best wishes for 2025. Keswick Cottages

Beautiful and comfortable house in wonderful setting. Good walking location for fells and lakes.

Review submitted on Wed, 16 Oct 2024
5.0
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer
Service
5.0
We spent a wonderful week at Sheepfold recently. Barn and grounds has everything supplied for guests comfort. Keswick Cottages were efficient and responded to queries politely and immediately.

Guest from Broompark stayed at Sheepfold Barn for 4 nights in September 2024


Keswick Cottages replied more than 1 year ago
Thank you very much for your fabulous review, we're thrilled that you enjoyed your stay at Sheepfold Barn, the tranquil grounds and outdoor hot tub make for a perfect haven after a day out adventuring. The location is certainly a wonderful base for enjoying a variety of walks, particularly in the Ullswater area or the Northern fells if you fancy somewhere a little quieter than the busy Keswick trails. Thank you also for your kind comments regarding the service you received! We hope to host you again soon for another Lakeland break. Best wishes, Keswick Cottages.

Perfect stay In the lakes

Review submitted on Mon, 02 Sep 2024
5.0
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer
Service
5.0
The accommodations are fabulous. Clean and cosy. Exactly what the pictures show. Each room has a different design. The beds are very comfortable. Anything needed is provided. Surrounding is beautiful. Hot tub clean with perfect temperature.
Thank you to keswick estate agent for your service. Everyone was very friendly and helpful. Definitely a 5 star accommodation.
Can only highly recommend it.

Rachel from London stayed at Sheepfold Barn for 11 nights in August 2024


Keswick Cottages replied more than 1 year ago
Thank you so much for your 5-star review and recommendation! We're so happy you found Sheepfold Barn fabulous, clean and cosy. We're so glad you found it beautiful and comfortable. You're more than welcome, we're over-joyed you had a wonderful time! We hope to welcome you back again! Best Wishes, Keswick Cottages

Stunning location and exceptional property

Review submitted on Sun, 14 Jul 2024
5.0
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer
Service
5.0
Our second stay at Sheepfold won't be out last. Beautifully presented, very well equipped, stunning views. The location was quiet and peaceful, perfect place to unwind. The hot tub was amazing after days walking in and around Keswick. Great service from Keswick cottages as always from the initial booking right through to our stay. Highly recommend sheepfold and Keswick cottages.

Sue from Wrexham stayed at Sheepfold Barn for 4 nights in July 2024


Keswick Cottages replied more than 1 year ago
Thank you so much for your 5-star review and recommendation! We love that this is your second time staying here! We are so happy you had another wonderful time and found it the perfect place to unwind. We are so glad you enjoyed the hot tub! Thank you so much for your kind comments about our customer service, we really appreciate it! We can't wait to welcome you again! Best Wishes, Keswick Cottages

Sheepfold Barn is a beautifully presented property located in lovely surroundings and stunning views

Review submitted on Sun, 05 May 2024
5.0
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer
Service
5.0
Sheepfold Barn is equipped to a high standard, it has everything you need. Well done Keswick Cottages!

Carol from Wrexham stayed at Sheepfold Barn for 7 nights in April 2024


Keswick Cottages replied more than 1 year ago
Thank you so much for your 5-star review of Sheepfold Barn! We are so happy you found it equipped to a high standard and that it has everything you need for your self catering holiday. We hope you had a wonderful time staying here and we hope to welcome you back again! Best Wishes, Keswick Cottages

Lovely Stay at an Excellent Property.

Review submitted on Thu, 04 Apr 2024
5.0
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer
Service
5.0
Enjoyed a very comfortable stay at Sheepfold recently. The property has been fitted out to a very high standard and was very nicely presented with everything you could need. Although nice and spacious it feels very cosy especially with the underfloor heating keeping everywhere warm!

The setting is equally as nice with lovely views across open countryside and is positioned perfectly for exploring the north lakes area.

Enjoyed a good breakfast at Base Camp and also an excellent meal at The Boot and Shoe Inn at Greystoke - highly recommended.

Will definitely be back to enjoy another break in this gem of a property.

Guest from stayed at Sheepfold Barn for 2 nights in March 2024


Keswick Cottages replied more than 1 year ago
Thank you for your 5-star review of Sheepfold Barn! We are so happy you enjoyed a very comfortable stay here and that you found it furnished with a high standard and very nicely presented with everything you needed for your self catering holiday. We're so glad you enjoyed the underfloor heating and that it was cosy, yet spacious. We are so happy you enjoyed the views of the countryside and exploring the north lakes. We hope you had a wonderful time and we hope to welcome you back again! Best Wishes, Keswick Cottages